Sindhi man's Muslim prayer cap
Object
Cap
Production date
1986
Object number
1987.137
Physical Description
The distinctive mirror work and higher forehead part suggest that this is a typical prayer cap of a man from the Sindh province in south east Pakistan. Such a hat is seen as a very important part of Sindhi culture, sometimes it is consciously worn as a symbol of Sindhi nationalism, yet it has also been adopted by some people among the neighbouring and regional cultures (eg. Afghan, Baloch, Saraiki and Pashtun). It was purchased in Karachi, the capital of Sindh province, Pakistan.
Associated Place
Pakistan (Place)
Material
Cotton
Dimension
Height (Whole): 85mm
Diameter (Whole): 155mm
Diameter (Whole): 155mm
On display?
Yes